The Fiqh of Marriage and Divorce (FQH 201)

NOTE: Friday night sessions are free and open to all

Seminar Description

Marriage in Islam is revered as a sacred bond, emphasizing mutual respect, compassion, and partnership. It serves as the cornerstone of societal peace, fostering stability, harmony, and moral values. Through marital commitment, individuals cultivate love, support, and understanding, contributing to the flourishing of families and communities alike.

In this Seminar students will understand the legal framework of the principles and regulations governing marriage, divorce, and conflict resolution in Islamic family law. Students will also engage in a comprehensive discussion of the issues potential couples need to consider prior to marriage.

Seminar Objectives

  • To elucidate the significance of marriage in Islam as a sacred institution that promotes spiritual growth, companionship, and social stability.
  • To gain comprehensive insight into Islamic family law, covering marriage, divorce, and conflict resolution principles and regulations for informed decision-making.
  • To equip students with Islamic principles for marriage decisions, understanding spousal rights, responsibilities, and selecting compatible partners wisely.
  • To learn Islamic conflict resolution using dialogue, mediation, and reconciliation to resolve marital disputes, emphasizing family harmony and peace.

Daily Schedule

Day Time Session
Fri 6:30 – 8:00 pm Session 1
Fri 8:00 – 8:30 pm Magrib
Fri 8:30 – 9:30 pm Session 2
Fri 9:30 pm Isha
Sat 10:00 – 11:10 am Session 3
Sat 11:10 – 11:20 am Break
Sat 11:20 – 12:30 pm Session 4
Sat 12:30 – 12:40 pm Break
Sat 12:40 – 1:20 pm Session 5
Sat 1:20 – 2:20 pm Lunch + Zuhr
Sat 2:20 – 3:30 pm Session 6
Sat 3:30 – 3:40 pm Break
Sat 3:40 – 4:50 pm Session 7
Sat 4:50 – 5:00 pm Break
Sat 5:00 – 5:30 pm Session 8
Sun 10:00 – 11:10 am Session 9
Sun 11:10 – 11:20 am Break
Sun 11:20 – 12:30 pm Session 10
Sun 12:30 – 12:40 pm Break
Sun 12:40 – 1:20 pm Session 11
Sun 1:20 – 2:20 pm Lunch + Zuhr
Sun 2:20 – 3:30 pm Session 12
NOTE: Friday night sessions are free and open to all
  • To elucidate the significance of marriage in Islam as a sacred institution that promotes spiritual growth, companionship, and social stability.
  • To gain comprehensive insight into Islamic family law, covering marriage, divorce, and conflict resolution principles and regulations for informed decision-making.
  • To equip students with Islamic principles for marriage decisions, understanding spousal rights, responsibilities, and selecting compatible partners wisely.
  • To learn Islamic conflict resolution using dialogue, mediation, and reconciliation to resolve marital disputes, emphasizing family harmony and peace.
Day Time Session
Fri 6:30-8:00 pm Session 1
Fri 8:00-8:30 pm Magrib
Fri 8:30-9:30 pm Session 2
Fri 9:30 pm Isha
Sat 10:00-11:10 am Session 3
Sat 11:10-11:20 am Break
Sat 11:20-12:30 pm Session 4
Sat 12:30-12:40 pm Break
Sat 12:40-1:20 pm Session 5
Sat 1:20-2:20 pm Lunch+Zuhr
Sat 2:20-3:30 pm Session 6
Sat 3:30-3:40 pm Break
Sat 3:40-4:50 pm Session 7
Sat 4:50-5:00 pm Break
Sat 5:00-5:30 pm Session 8
Sun 10:00-11:10 am Session 9
Sun 11:10-11:20 am Break
Sun 11:20-12:30 pm Session 10
Sun 12:30-12:40 pm Break
Sun 12:40-1:20 pm Session 11
Sun 1:20-2:20 pm Lunch+Zuhr
Sun 2:20-3:30 pm Session 12